India

Elephanta Caves

Grottes d'Elephanta

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India
Inscribed
1987
Region
Asia and the Pacific
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0 ha
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The 'City of Caves', on an island in the Sea of Oman close to Mumbai, contains a collection of rock art linked to the cult of Shiva. Here, Indian art has found one of its most perfect expressions, particularly the huge high reliefs in the main cave.

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